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England's Brydon Carse prepares to bowl on day two of the fifth Ashes cricket Test between Australia and England at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on January 5, 2026.

England open pathway for potential Carse return in South Africa tour

England pace bowler Brydon Carse could be recalled for the upcoming Test tour of South Africa after being selected for the England Lions squad.

Head coach Shukri Conrad believes the Proteas have the depth and character to remain competitive at the top of Test cricket following their series victory over Australia

Proteas cannot afford to stand still

Following a memorable Test series victory against Australia, Proteas coach Shukri Conrad urges South Africa to build on their squad depth and avoid complacency ahead of Bangladesh's visit.

Resilience has become part of the Proteas' identity, according to skipper  Temba Bavuma
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Bavuma touts Proteas' recovery strength

Captain Temba Bavuma credits South Africa's resilience and mental toughness under pressure as defining traits in their memorable 2-1 Test series win over Australia.

Proteas coach Shukri Conrad is delighted with his team's 2-1 Test series victory over Australia at Newlands

Triumphant Proteas can improve further, says Conrad

After leading South Africa to a historic 2-1 Test series turnaround against Australia, coach Shukri Conrad says the Proteas are still far from reaching their ultimate potential.

 Tony de Zorzi returns to the Proteas cricket squad for their upcoming Test series against Bangladesh
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De Zorzi returns, Hamza included for Bangladesh Tests

South Africa has announced a 15-man Test squad to face Bangladesh, with Tony de Zorzi and Anrich Nortje making their returns from injury alongside a call-up for Zubayr Hamza.

Marco Jansen, the ICC's No 1-ranked Test bowler and all-rounder, says SA have become better at adapting to pressure
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Jansen keeps his feet on the ground

Despite climbing to the top of the ICC Test rankings as the world's No 1 bowler and all-rounder, Proteas star Marco Jansen remains grounded following South Africa's series victory over Australia.

West Indies' Brandon King plays a shot during the fourth day of the first test cricket match between Bangladesh and West Indies at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur on October 31, 2026.

West Indies crush Bangladesh by eight wickets in first Test

Brandon King hit an unbeaten 81 to guide West Indies to a comfortable eight-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the first Test in Mirpur, securing a 1-0 series lead.

Proteas skipper Temba Bavuma admits he did not expect SA to be in this position two years ago, but after another major series win, he believes the sky is the limit.
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Proteas belief driving team success, says Bavuma

Temba Bavuma praises South Africa's iconic Test series comeback victory over Australia, stating the hard-fought triumph provides vital momentum and belief for their World Test Championship campaign.

Player of the match Simon Harmer (c) is congratulated by teammates after taking the wicket of Australia's Josh Hazlewood on day five of the third Test match between South Africa and Australia at Newlands stadium in Cape Town on October 31, 2026.
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SA complete famous turnaround to claim series at Newlands

South Africa produced a breathtaking comeback at Newlands to defeat Australia by 176 runs, securing an emphatic 2-1 Test series victory.

Left hand batter Ryan Rickelton reveals the thinking behind South Africa’s fightback at Newlands, explaining how he and Wiaan Mulder structured their 154-run partnership around patience, absorbing pressure and winning the small moments.
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SA fightback built on patience, says Rickelton

Centuries from Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder spearheaded a gritty South African fightback, leaving Australia with a 288-run target to chase on the final day at Newlands.

Despite a tough day in the field for the visitors, Australia's Mitchell Starc was the pick of the bowling attack as he picked up three wickets to help dismiss SA for 387, setting the away side 288 runs to win in what could be a thrilling final day with three results still possible.
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Franklin backs Australia for final-day finish

Australia assistant coach James Franklin believes his side can claim victory in the Newlands Test after a dramatic late surge on day four set up a target of 288 runs against South Africa.

Proteas batters Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder were the catalysts for South Africa's fightback at Newlands, combining for 154 before a late wobble and some lower-order resistance set Australia 288 to win.

Rickelton, Mulder centuries put match back in balance on fourth day at Newlands

Centuries from Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder led a superb South African fightback at Newlands, setting Australia a challenging 288-run target for victory in the third Test.

South Africa's Matthew Breetzke plays a shot on day three of the third Test match between South Africa and Australia at Newlands stadium in Cape Town on October 29, 2026.
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First hour of day four will be key for SA batters says Harmer

Simon Harmer warns South Africa must focus strictly on surviving the opening hour of day four against Australia rather than looking ahead to a potential target at Newlands.

Australia's Josh Inglis raises his bat and helmet to celebrate after scoring a century on day three of the third Test match between South Africa and Australia at Newlands stadium in Cape Town on October 29, 2026.
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Inglis backs Australia to strike again

Following a crucial century at Newlands, Josh Inglis is confident Australia can capitalize on a deteriorating pitch and late breakthroughs to push for victory against South Africa.

SA's Simon Harmer took two crucial wickets to remove both Josh Inglis and Alex Carey during their third Test match against Australia at Newlands in Cape Town on October 29.

Proteas take slender Newlands lead

Marques Ackerman and Temba Bavuma fought back on day three of the Newlands Test, guiding South Africa to a slender 40-run lead before Australia struck late to leave the match finely balanced.